About Us

There is something magical about taking a photograph, and being able to experience a moment in time over again. But as a photographer the feeling goes deeper than that, looking through the lenses at the subject, be it a person or a lone tree in a field. Right before the shutter snaps there is a moment where the photographer feels for that moment in time, that there is nothing else in the world except them and the subject. Photographs speak louder and more often than words. They are a ticket into the past, they are the feeling that touches your heart and a moment recorded forever.
    
We are the Erika & Ryan a team. we both find beauty and order in chaos, watching for the delicate interplay of light and contrast and -SNAP- there is that moment. That moment of shear natural beauty in everyday things. We approach our calling with an openness of spirit, an openness of mind that allows us to become caught in a moment of time, however minute to find the perfection that exists in everyday moments. Perfectionists at heart, we are driven to improve, learn, and to find the connections between technology and artistry, nature and mathematics; there is a mathematical equation within every image. We experiment with new media, lighting techniques, proportion, layering. We are driven to develop constant mastery of technical skill which we realize is the unattainable goal and therefore will provide us with a lifetime of learning opportunities.

We don't like to use chemicals for development, nor do we want to waste paper, so we view our images on the computer and print only the very best. We enjoy photographing a variety of subjects, be them people, or inanimate objects, landscapes or interiors. Delving into different worlds keeps us fresh and creative. Each different area of photography we tackle helps to compliment another and only helps us to fulfill our ongoing quest for knowledge.

But at the end of the day the purpose of our photography like all art is to share the beauty of the world and to evoke emotion. To tell a story through the image, to create a believable subject and to deliver a message of truth. Our art is 50% heart and 50% soul, its speaks to us on so many levels with so many layers. It is every ounce of who we were at that moment in time, it is a reflection of our life, our family, and our community. It reminds us of our past, and is helping to pave the road for our future.

Derek & Ali Getting Married- Toronto, ON

Last weekend I had the pleasure of hanging out with the very cool, very hip Sarah Guy of Labour of Love Photography. Together we photographed Ali & Derek’s wedding in Toronto. I was 2nd shooting for Sarah which meant I got to be a photojournalist for the day. I love 2nd shooting it gives me a chance to really sit back and watch the day unfold. I know Ryan and I always shoot together but we are 2 prime shooters, and in this situation I got to assist Sarah and shoot whatever I wanted.

In true photojournalist fashion I decided to put all these images in black and white. Color is awesome, and sometimes warranted, but I really wanted to showcase some images that captured moments as they unfolded. Being a professional photographer doesn’t always mean you have a concrete plan, actually most of the time it means that you don’t, but that you have enough experience to still create beautiful imagery no matter what happens at a shoot. You are a pro when you learn to roll with the punches, and still come out looking like a rockstar!

This wedding was a prime example of that for me, I didn’t always know what was going on, I didn’t know the couple at all I had only met them that morning, and i most definitely did not anticipate the day unfolding. But that’s what made it so thrilling.
I am especially proud of one shot. The photo of the little boy and girl walking up the aisle. You can see them just through the door as it closes. I love this shot because I was shooting pics of the bride and her father when i noticed the door opening to let the kids into the church. I was not prepared, my camera was not at the right settings and I didn’t have the lens on I would have normally shot with. I quickly spun around while shooting and got 2 shots, first shot is the one you see on the blog and the second shot has the doors almost closed and the kids not as clearly visible.
I think that is the best part of photo journalism, being right there in the moment.
I hope you enjoy these images, I know they are different, but I think they tell a story.
Thanks to Sarah for having me out, it was so much fun. I hope we get to have a few more adventures soon.
Congratulations to Ali & Derek!!

Cheers
Erika

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

Sarah shooting!

wedding photography Derek & Ali Getting Married  Toronto, ON

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June 15, 2009 - 10:35 pm Heather - Fantastic shots Erika! Sarah looks so dainty shooting with her foot out - cute!

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